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Smoked headlights

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by neebs11, Aug 12, 2020.

  1. Aug 12, 2020 at 5:40 PM
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    neebs11

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    since some members on this forum seemed to be severely bullied in high school and or have very deep insecurities, low self esteem and believe trolling someone asking an honest question is a fantastic way to help someone. Let me rephrase my question.

    I have seen several Tacoma’s with a tint look to the oem headlights. I would like that look. Upon researching I came across people using a light laminate to slightly tint the headlights. Does anyone have suggestions?



    Hey guys!

    looking to add a light smoke laminate to my head lights. I’ve searched the forum and have not found any definitive solutions. Does anyone have any suggestions or has anyone heard of or used Rvivnyl?

    https://www.rvinyl.com/Toyota-Tacom...a3bgb1c-eEAbgDgvVUp9lEg921taxTfhoCFeoQAvD_BwE
     
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  2. Aug 12, 2020 at 5:45 PM
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    Tacospike

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  3. Aug 12, 2020 at 5:46 PM
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    Taco16Jessy

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    Or just buy headlights with black housing, helps save you from hindering your vision at night from tinting your head lights...

     
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  6. Aug 12, 2020 at 6:07 PM
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    Scrovak

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    Safety first, broski. I'd recommend @Tacobrew 's suggestion. If you're looking to darken the overall appearance, darken the background. Never, ever, ever sacrifice your safety and ability to see for a little cool appeal. Trust me on that one...
     
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  7. Aug 12, 2020 at 6:12 PM
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  8. Aug 12, 2020 at 6:22 PM
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  9. Aug 12, 2020 at 6:25 PM
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    this and that...
    what shade does your foglights shine at. those lenses is blue! lol
     
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    White. A slight blue tint
    It’s blue lamin-x film
    Super bright LED’s. Wanted to cut the glare for oncoming drivers.
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  11. Aug 12, 2020 at 7:16 PM
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    Forget headlights man, you have one of the sharper sports I have seen on here. Good job! Here is a pic of mine I had:
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  12. Aug 12, 2020 at 7:21 PM
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    Doing a proper retrofit is the way OP - black out the housing itself.

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    This :rofl:
     
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  14. Aug 12, 2020 at 7:32 PM
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    Those actually look pretty good and they're removable :thumbsup:
     
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    I was lucky with the AVS headlight covers.
    Had a sale on eBay and bought them for $30
     
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